Originally Posted by
gojo
I do feel that ALPA abuses spending for food and alcohol, but I also feel that it should be a perk for those that do volunteer. But you're right, Ruth Chris Steakhouse is a bit excessive.
I tend to agree. The issue is not so much much the food and drink or even the venue, it's the fact that they broke the rules, tried to hide it, and now seem to be sweeping it under the rug instead of taking the appropriate action: resignation.
If they need nice dinners, change the rules to allow it once a quarter or once a year, whatever your group feels like ponying up for.
Originally Posted by
gojo
Additionally, I feel that many of the contract provisions that Skywest enjoys comes from ALPA negotiated contracts.
Probably true to a certain point, but for the most part regional compensation is so low compared to the general economy that regionals can't really treat people much worse or they'd just quit...except for those who have a lot of time vested. The only people who really benefit from regional unions are very high-seniority CA's in the six-figure range...I agree without union protection these guys would not be making that kind of money.
Originally Posted by
gojo
I suspect that Skywest management will go for concessions at Skywest if ASA/XJT gives in to concessions
That would make sense.